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Dear client,
Congratulations on your purchase of this FLOTEC product. Like all FLOTEC products, it has been developed with the
help of the latest technologies and manufactured with the most advanced electrical/electronic parts.
Take the time to read the instructions carefully before using this appliance.
Thank you!
Contents
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Ch. 1 Features ..........................................................................................
Ch. 2 Limitations .......................................................................................
Ch. 3 Installation .......................................................................................
Ch. 4 Electric Connection - Start-up .........................................................
Ch. 5 Maintenance and troubleshooting ...................................................
Appendix Figures ............................................................................................
Warnings for the safety of individuals and objects.
Carefully follow the instructions marked with the following symbols.
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DANGER
DANGER
Electric shock
risk
DANGER
WARNING
Keep the technical equipment out of the reach of children!
Warns that the failure to follow the directions given may cause electric
shock.
Warns that the failure to follow the directions given could cause serious
risk to individuals or objects.
This sign warns the operator that the failure to follow an instruction may
damage the pump and/or the system.
Ch. 1 Features
WARNING: Read this manual carefully before installing this pump.
This sign warns the operator that the failure to follow an instruction may damage the pump and/or the system.
Carefully store this manual. If problems arise, contact the Customer Assistance Service. Please verify that the pump has
been used correctly and that the cause of the problem is not imputable to its operation.
Every electropump is carefully tested and packed during its assembly.
On receiving the pump, check that the pump has not been damaged during transportation. If the pump is damaged,
immediately inform the dealer within 8 days from the date of purchase.
Ch. 2 Limitations
FLOTEC VIP/FP series electropumps can be used to drain rain water, infiltration water, domestic waste water and to
remove water from flooded rooms in emergency conditions. The pump can be completely or partially submersed and
used to transfer clean or moderately dirty fluids.
WARNING
WARNING
The pump cannot be used for sea water and inflammable, corrosive, explosive or
dangerous liquids.
Verify that the electropump never runs without liquids.
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Technical Data FP 7K VIP 130/6
Mains voltage / frequency 230 V ~ 50 Hz 230 V ~ 50 Hz
Absorbed power 250 Watt 320 Watt
Type of protection / Insulation class IP X8 IP X8
Suction fitting 41,90 mm (1"1/4M) 41,90 mm (1"1/4M)
Maximum flow rate 7.800 l/h 7.800 l/h
Maximum head 6 m 6 m
Maximum depth of immersion 7 m 7 m
Power cable 10 m H05 RNF 10 m H05 RNF
Weight 3,8 Kg 3,9 Kg
Maximum dimension of pumped solid particles 6 mm 6 mm
Maximum temperature of the pumped fluid 35° C 35° C
Maximum number of starts per hour, uniformly distributed 30 30
Minimum priming level (A)* 100 mm 100 mm
Minimum suction level (B)* 20 mm 20 mm
Connection level (C)* 330 mm 330 mm
Stop level (D)* 150 mm 150 mm
Technical Data VIP 180/7
Mains voltage / frequency 230 V ~ 50 Hz
Absorbed power 370 Watt
Type of protection / Insulation class IP X8
Suction fitting 41,90 mm (1"1/4M)
Maximum flow rate 10.800 l/h
Maximum head 7 m
Maximum depth of immersion 7 m
Power cable 10 m H05 RNF
Weight 4,2 Kg
Maximum dimension of pumped solid particles 6 mm
Maximum temperature of the pumped fluid 35° C
Maximum number of starts per hour, uniformly distributed 30
Minimum priming level (A)* 100 mm
Minimum suction level (B)* 20 mm
Connection level (C)* 330 mm
Stop level (D)* 150 mm
Sound pressure level (Lpa) equal to or less than 70 dB(A)
Sound emission values obtained in conformity with the EN 12639 standard
(*) These data refer to Fig. 1. Measurements are expressed in millimetres.
The minimum priming level corresponds to a condition in which the delivery mouth is completely submersed.
(See Fig. 1 - Reference A)
The pumps of this series are not suitable for table fountains or aquariums. If these pumps are used in continuous mode for
ponds with fish, it is necessary to check them at regular intervals of 6 months (if the water contains aggressive substances).
It is also advisable to check the maximum dimension of particles recommended for the pump and take the necessary
measures to prevent the fish from being sucked into the pump.
Ch. 3 Installation (see Fig. 1)
DANGER
Electric shock
risk
DANGER
DANGER
Use the handle provided to transport or lift the pump. To use the pump in permanent installations with rigid pipes, to
install a check valve to avoid the fluid being re-circulated once the pump is stopped. The installation of a quick closing
fitting in a convenient position facilitates cleaning and maintenance operations.
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To prevent possible injuries to people, avoid inserting hands into the mouth of the
pump if this is connected to the mains.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
When installing, please ensure electropump is disconnected from
electrical supply. Pumps in this series are not suitable for use in a
swimming pool and the relevant cleaning and servicing operations.
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